Sustainability
Tourism is a powerful engine for economic, cultural, and social well-being and can be a catalyst for addressing major issues and opportunities such as climate change, sustainability, reconciliation, and workforce, among other priorities.
Working with ConnectSeven Group, TIABC has intentionally woven sustainability into all aspects of the planning for the 2024 BC Tourism Industry Conference.
Guided by an action plan that is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), TIABC and ConnectSeven Group will be working to ensure we are reducing the conference’s environmental footprint while increasing its community, local economy and cultural benefit. Sustainability is a journey and we look to continue learning how we can make a more positive impact; target metrics and a carbon emission measurement report will help us measure success and inform areas of improvement for future conferences.
2024 BC Tourism Industry Conference Sustainability Objectives
Minimize the environmental footprint of the conference
Engage and educate on sustainable best practices
Support and give back to our host destination communities
Our sustainability actions are aligned with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
A few things you can do to be more sustainable as you attend the conference:
Bring your reusable water bottle and coffee mug
Decline housekeeping if you can; turn off the lights and unplug your electronics when you’re not in your hotel room
Return your badge at the end of the conference
Offset the emissions from your travel by purchasing certified carbon offsets
(we recommend that you prioritize carbon removal programs)Commit to modes of soft transportation (walking or biking) where possible
